One of the most controversial TV series in the past decade is coming back. HBO has confirmed that “Girls”, the dramatic comedy created by Lena Dunham, will continue with five new episodes, a decade after the sixth season ended.
According to the Associated Press, Dunham will return to the role of Hannah Horvath, while the project will also include Allison Williams as Marnie, the Kirke Jessa and Zosia Mamet like Shoshhanna.
Andrew will return to the floor. Rannells in Elijah's role, while renowned producer Jude Appathow will again be part of the team.
But one name has especially attracted attention: Adam Drive.
The actor, who performed Adam Sackler in the original series, is not mentioned in the official HBO announcement. This does not rule out a possible presentation, but his return has not been confirmed.
“Girls” was broadcast from 2012 to 2017 and showed the lives of four young girls in New York, dealing with romantic relations, career, friendship, and uncertainty of the age of 20.
The series became known for its direct dialogue and unusual approach to personal relations. During the six seasons, she received 19 nominations for Emmy awards and won two of them.
In a statement published by HBO, Lena Dunham explained that the idea of restoring the characters was returned to her 40th birthday.
This time history is expected to explore the lives of characters at a very different stage, away from the problems of youth that characterized the original episodes.
Amy Gravitt, director of HBO's comic programmes and HBO Max, said the project will show how many characters and the world around them have changed.
According to official announcement, the footage will begin during 2027. The premiere date has not yet been made public.
The return of “Girls” comes at a time when the series is being revealed even by a new generation of viewers, giving HBO the opportunity to revive one of its most controversial productions.
